TECHNOLOGY

Superior combines decades of industry experience with a unique dedication to cutting edge technology. This commitment has allowed us to continually enhance the quality of our products and services and, as a result, has solidified our Company’s reputation, distinguished Customer base and financial position. We embrace the philosophy of progressive thinking, and are constantly seeking new ways to better serve our valued Customers. We offer:

• World-Renowned SAP Enterprise Resource Planning System
• Automated Warehouse & Robotic Distribution System
• Sophisticated Inventory Management Techniques
• Customized, Flexible Web Sites Featuring Real-Time Connectivity
• Extensive Range of Customized Billing & Reporting Options
• Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) Systems
• Continuous Reinvestment in New Technologies

To learn more about our services, read on …

Inventory Planning
Our Inventory Management System combines the latest Forecasting and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) software with a proven methodology.  We work with you to analyze sales, establish forecasts, prioritize shipments and manage inventory levels.  Our Inventory Managers use our ERP tools to look into the future for raw material procurement and production planning in order to guarantee deliveries.  Having the product on the shelf and ready to ship is the most important element in keeping our Customers satisfied.

Ordering Methods
We offer a variety of ordering options that provide efficient and accurate communication of order details, as well as ease and convenience for our Customers.

• Web ~ Interactive, with Catalog
• Web ~ Non-Interactive, with Catalog
• Web ~ Punchout Functionality
• EDI
• E-Mail
• Fax/E-Fax

Apparel Program Administration
Working together and communicating effectively is key to a successful partnership.  Our unique blend of services can help you administer your program more efficiently, saving valuable time for you and your staff.

• Budgetary Tracking Based on Organizational Hierarchy
• Blanket Purchase Order Tracking
• Sales Forecasting
• Service Level Analysis
• Electronic Media Price Lists
• Web-Based Order Status and Tracking

Reporting / Management Tools
Let us provide you with the information necessary to make good decisions about your apparel program.  Our management tools provide concise, exception-based reporting and analysis.

• Open Order Reporting
• Sales Reporting and Analysis
• Inventory Management Tools

Billing
The task of processing large quantities of invoices can be expensive and time consuming.  Our variety of summary billing options allow us to present you with information geared specifically to your invoice processing procedures.

• Individual Invoicing
• Summary Invoice Reporting and Analysis
• EDI Invoicing

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
Superior engages in EDI transactions with trade partners (Customers and Suppliers) using the ANSI ASC X. 12 standard, as well as other non-standard format and XML.  Our VAN is Global Exchange Services (GXS).  We also support FTP and AS2 file transfer protocols.

Currently Supported ANSI Standard EDI Transactions:

• Purchase Order:
  • 850 Standard P.O.
  • 875 Grocery P.O.
• Invoice:
  • 810 Standard Invoice
  • 880 Grocery Invoice
  • 894 Delivery/Return Base Record
• Other Transactions:
  • 824 Application Advice
  • 855 Purchase Order Confirmation
  • 856 Ship Notice/Manifest
  • 864 Text Message
  • 997 Functional Acknowledgement